Level 3 Diploma in Software Development

Level 3 Diploma in Software Development (Wales)

The Agored Cymru Level 3 Diploma in Software Development is a vocational qualification focusing on the practical competencies required to master the full software development lifecycle, moving beyond basic coding to meet rigorous commercial and security standards.

This 79-credit qualification provides a nationally recognized standard in Wales for junior software developers, web developers, and software test technicians.

Core Learning Outcomes

The curriculum is built around four pillars of technical proficiency:

  • Production-Ready Coding: Master the ability to write secure, readable, and maintainable scripts, ensuring code is scalable and professional.
  • Software Design & Testing: Learn structured problem-solving, from technical specification to unit, functional, and non-functional testing to reduce deployment risks.
  • Security & Compliance: Develop a “security-first” mindset covering GDPR, data protection, and system security protocols.
  • Project Delivery: Gain working knowledge of modern project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall, alongside professional ethics.

Why choose the Occupational Qualification Route?

The Occupational Qualification is a fast-track route to obtaining the Level 3 Diploma in Software Development.

Occupational qualifications are similar to apprenticeships but without the need for WEST tests, employee rights and responsibilities and apprenticeship reviews. They are suitable for existing employees with some experience who wish to formally accredit their competence.

This apprenticeship is also available via an Apprenticeship? See our Level 3 Software Development.

Why iungo?

iungo Solutions is a multi-accredited centre providing learning programmes focused on digital and green skills. We deliver hyperlocal employer-led solutions for recruiting, retaining, and upskilling diverse professional talent. By partnering with iungo Solutions you will access:

  • tailored advice, guidance and support to maximise your apprenticeship and workforce development plans
  • flexible delivery models to suit your operational needs including on-site, online, and evening/weekend delivery
  • access to industry experienced tutors and assessors skilled in the latest tech stacks
  • curated follow-on training opportunities and funding to maximise your investment

Learn more about us here.

Mandatory Units

  • Health and Safety in an IT Context
  • Principles of Secure System Development
  • Software Design
  • Professional Practice in an IT Context
  • Improving Existing Software
  • Software Testing
  • Computer coding

Optional Units

  • Investigating and Defining Customer Requirements for ICT Systems
  • Testing the Security of Information Systems
  • Database Software
  • Create Data-Driven Applications
  • IT & Telecom System Security 2
  • Manage an IT Application Project
  • Database Applications
  • Testing the Security of Information Systems
  • IT System Operation
  • Remote Support for IT Products and Services
  • IT System Management
  • Investigating and Defining Customer Requirements for IT Systems
  • IT Fault Diagnosis
  • Remote Support for IT Products and Services
  • Integrated Development and Operations (DevOps)
  • User Centred Development (UX)
  • User Centred Development (UX)
  • Integrated Development and Operations (DevOps)
  • Principles of Artificial Intelligence use in the Workplace

This programme is for people who are employed or self-employed and ready to upskill and progress within their current role or switch to a new role within their organisation. The Level 3 Diploma in Software Development is suitable for junior software developers, web developers, or software test technicians, and those seeking to transition into a develop career pathway. Exposure to development projects is required for this programme.

Is this qualification for a new recruit? Undertake this qualification as part of an Apprenticeship Framework.

Delivery Model

  • 6 months
  • 2 week “hot-start” for rapid development of industry-standard coding skills
  • Monthly 1:1s
  • 4 assessment workshops

Qualification

From this apprenticeship, participants could progress on to the Level 4 Diploma in Software Development or undertake a technical vendor certification such as Microsoft Certified Power Platform Fundamentals or AWS Developer Associate.

See our Vendor Certification provision for further information.

The tuition fee for the standalone Diploma is £2,995 inclusive of VAT. You may be eligible for 100% funding to complete this qualification if you are:

  • Aged 19 or above
  • Living in Wales; and
  • Employed or Self Employed

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